Everdure HUB II Charcoal Grill
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The Everdure HUB II is the charcoal grill designed by celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal that finally solves the biggest problem with charcoal cooking — the 30-minute lighting and waiting cycle. Push a button, the integrated electric igniter heats the charcoal directly, and you're cooking in 10 minutes flat.
What We Love
- +Electric Fast Flame Ignition lights charcoal in 10 minutes
- +Adjustable height grill (4 positions for heat zone control)
- +Stainless steel construction throughout
- +Integrated rotisserie capability with motor included
- +Aussie design pedigree (Everdure is partnered with Shriro)
- +10-year warranty on cookbox
Watch Out For
- −Requires AC power for the ignition system
- −Premium price for a 'simple' charcoal grill
- −Charcoal capacity is moderate — long cooks need refueling
- −Replacement parts can be hard to source in some regions
Specifications
Cooking Area
452 sq in (primary)
Ignition
Electric Fast Flame Ignition (10-minute light)
Construction
304 stainless steel cookbox
Power Required
AC outlet (110V or 220V)
Weight
138 lbs
Warranty
10 years cookbox
The Full Review
I'm an Aussie. I grew up with charcoal grills. The 30-minute light-and-wait cycle is the reason most people gave up on charcoal and switched to gas. The HUB II solves that problem completely. Push the ignition button, the integrated electric coil heats the charcoal directly, and 10 minutes later you've got fully-lit coals ready to cook on. No chimney starter, no lighter fluid, no waiting.
The adjustable-height cooking grate is the second killer feature. Four positions let you set the grate from inches above the coals (for searing) to high above the coals (for slow indirect cooking). It's the same principle as Argentine parrilla cooking, executed for backyard use.
Build quality is genuinely premium. 304 stainless throughout, heavy lid, solid welds, premium feel on every control. Heston Blumenthal's involvement is real — design details like the integrated work surface, the bamboo cutting board accessory, and the rotisserie integration all reflect serious chef-driven design.
The rotisserie is included (most grills charge $200-400 extra for the rotisserie kit). The motor is integrated into the side of the cookbox, the spit is solid stainless, and the rear charcoal placement design produces excellent rotisserie chicken.
The constraints: you need an AC outlet for the ignition, the charcoal capacity is moderate (good for 4-6 hours of cooking, not overnight), and at $1,799 it's premium-priced. But for the right buyer, it's the charcoal grill that solves charcoal grilling.
How Does It Compare?
At a glance against its closest charcoal grill rivals.
| Grill | Rating | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everdure HUB II Charcoal Grill (this) | 4.6 | $1,799 | Heston Blumenthal's electric-ignition charcoal grill. |
| Kamado Joe Classic III | 4.8 | $1,499 | The biggest competitor to the Egg, arguably better out of the box. |
| Hasty-Bake Legacy 131 | 4.7 | $1,499 | America's original premium charcoal grill — built in Tulsa since 1948. |
Who Is It For?
Charcoal-curious cooks who've been put off by the lighting hassle. Aussies (and Aussie-influenced cooks) who want a premium charcoal grill that respects the tradition. Anyone who wants legitimate charcoal cooking without the 30-minute warmup.
Final Verdict
The Everdure HUB II is the best premium charcoal grill for people who hate lighting charcoal. The 10-minute electric ignition genuinely changes how often you'll use a charcoal grill. At $1,799 it's a serious investment, but the engineering justifies the price.
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